Private Dog Training

Due to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, no in-person appointments will be held until the shelter-in-place advisory is lifted. In the meantime, check out our online live training options! Please contact us with any questions.

We offer training and behavior modification programs for dogs of all ages and skill levels. Private training is an opportunity to address specific problem behaviors or for those who just want a little more individualized attention. Everything from basic manners and puppy training to serious behavioral issues can be addressed.

Not sure if our training approach is right for you? Contact us to arrange sitting in on one of our training sessions or classes.

Advantages of Private Training

Training occurs “at the scene of the crime” and in other real-world locales

Flexible scheduling – we meet when you & your dog are ready to move on to new material

Personalized lesson reviews and exercises broken down step-by-step for reference

Discounts available for prepaid, non-refundable training packages

Let’s get Started!

The first step to a well-mannered dog begins with attending one of our freeOwners Only Orientation sessions. Orientation introduces you to the basics of how dogs learn, our training approach, and how to prepare for your first lesson.

Next, schedule an initial consultation, where we get to know your family, dog, and goals. At the consultation, we will ask questions, observe your dog, and develop a clear idea of what you aim to get out of training. The consultation fee is $100.

Individual follow-up sessions are charged at a rate of $75 per hour or as quoted for prepaid, non-refundable packages. Each session is followed up with digital homework materials to help keep you on track between sessions.

This approach allows us to create an individualized program to meet your goals and ensure that you get the results you are looking for! Sessions are booked on your schedule, as you feel ready to move on to new material.

In addition to personalized programs, we also offer discounted, standardized training packages. Please note that these packages are non-refundable, once begun. Please find details on our various offerings below. Get your pup on the road to better behavior today!

Standardized Private Programs

“Polite Pup Program”

$405

This six session program covers all basic behaviors – Sit, Eye Contact, Down, Leave it, Drop it, Come, Stay, and Go to Bed. It also covers real-world challenges including barking, jumping, mouthing, chewing, and possessiveness. We will introduce you to the basics of dog body language so that you will understand how your dog communicates if he is stressed or happy, scared, or excited. We round things out with an introduction to training behaviors in the face of distance, distraction and duration – the keys to prepping your dog for behaving in daily life. This is a great beginner-basics program, suitable for dogs of all ages.

“Puppy Combo Package”

$515

This package is the best of both worlds; it entitles you and your dog to the Polite Pup private training package, in addition to attending six group class lessons. You must complete your first private lesson before you can being attending group class, as well as submit a completed veterinary release form. Get your pup off to the best possible start through both personalized training instruction and the crucial socialization obtained from group class with this program!